Cashier/Kitchen Helper

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.; Belle Fourche (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Free meals

Medical plan

Job summary

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable Kitchen Helper/Cashier to join our school food service program at Belle Fourche. In this role, you will prep and serve meals, operate the POS system, and help create a welcoming environment for students and staff.

The position combines kitchen support with cashier responsibilities in a friendly, team-oriented setting. You’ll follow recipes, handle cash, and help maintain food safety and orderly work areas during a Monday-Thursday daytime schedule.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and friendly customer service in a school environment.
• Ability to work independently or with a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Comfort using a POS system and handling transactions accurately.
• Ability to follow recipes and measure ingredients for batches.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Help prep and serve menu items, keep your station stocked, and follow serving-size and special-diet guidelines.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and accurately process student meal transactions.
• Follow simple recipes like fruit and veggie bars or baked goods while keeping kitchen, storage areas, and equipment clean and organized using FIFO.
• Maintain food safety and compliance by following food-safety procedures, completing basic logs, assisting with production records, and helping maintain a safe workspace.
• Follow cash handling procedures and assist with balancing daily transactions and student accounts.
• Communicate supply needs, customer feedback, and operational updates to your team and supervisors.
• Stock and serve menu items during meal service and assist with prep lists and freezer pulls.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Teamwork

POS familiarity

Cash handling

Lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

POS system

Job description

Location: On-site at Belle Fourche School District
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:15am-1:00pm
Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team-focused Kitchen Helper/Cashier to join our school food service program. In this role, you'll help keep meal service running smoothly by preparing and serving food, operating the point-of-sale system, and creating a welcoming experience for students. It's an active, customer-focused role that combines kitchen support with cashier responsibilities and makes a real impact on students' day.

What You'll Do

• Help prep and serve menu items, keep your station stocked, and follow serving-size and special-diet guidelines.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and accurately process student meal transactions.
• Follow simple recipes like fruit and veggie bars or baked goods while keeping kitchen, storage areas, and equipment clean and organized using FIFO.
• Maintain food safety and compliance by following food-safety procedures, completing basic logs, assisting with production records, and helping maintain a safe workspace.
• Follow cash handling procedures and assist with balancing daily transactions and student accounts.
• Communicate supply needs, customer feedback, and operational updates to your team and supervisors.
• Stock and serve menu items during meal service and assist with prep lists and freezer pulls.
• Help create a friendly, welcoming environment for students and staff while providing excellent customer service.
• Jump in wherever needed to support teammates and ensure successful meal service.

What You Bring

• Strong communication and customer service skills with a friendly, positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and comfort using a POS system.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
• Cash handling experience preferred.
• Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Enjoy your evenings and weekends-our Monday-Friday daytime schedule means no late nights, no weekends, and no holidays spent in a kitchen.
• Follow the school-year rhythm-work when school is in session and enjoy built-in breaks when students are out.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan.
• Enjoy work-life balance with paid time off and paid holidays.
• Eat well-enjoy a free, delicious meal every shift.
• Stay supported with a limited medical benefit plan available for those scheduled 5 hours or more each day.

Our Values

• Take pride in what you do
• Focus on customer success
• Be a person of integrity
• Drive to improve
• Do it with passion
• Express gratitude
• Work as a team
• Pursue lasting partnerships
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance

If these values resonate with you, we'd love to meet you!
Lunchtime Solutions performs post-offer background investigations prior to starting employment with our company. This background investigation may involve verifying or reviewing any relevant information, including criminal convictions and DMV records if appropriate for the position.
Lunchtime Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. EOE-M/F/Disabled/Vet. View Policy